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Crossroads Asia
The Fall of the Soviet Union: Mongolia’s Path to Democratic Revolution
By Bolor Lkhaajav and Antoine Maire
The singularity of the Mongolian revolutionary process deserves to be underlined.
A Look Back at 2021 in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
How did I do on my outlook for Central Asia 2021?
Confronting China’s International Counterterror Regime: Pay Attention to the SCO
By James Jennion
The possibility for the SCO to be used as a vehicle to promote a more authoritarian worldview can be seen in the way the language of Beijing’s counterterror policy is paralleled in SCO policy.
Mirziyoyev Meets Moon: South Korea, Uzbekistan Aim to Deepen Special Strategic Partnership
By Catherine Putz
A possible free trade agreement and hopes for rare earth supplies underscore a strengthening South Korea-Uzbekistan relationship.
Have Kumtor’s Revenues Fallen Since Government Seizure?
By Catherine Putz
Kumtor update: revenues are down, Kyrgyzstan is suing Centerra, and Akayev is off the hook.
The AIFC’s Role in Kazakhstan’s Green Transition
By Wilder Alejandro Sanchez
How green can the steppe become?
Backlash Against Tajik and Uzbek Signage in the Moscow Metro
By Umida Hashimova
Anti-immigrant moods are on the rise among Russia officials again, with Tajik and Uzbek signage drawing criticism despite evidence they were helpful additions.
Is Afghanistan Really Exporting Terror to Central Asia?
By UYAMA Tomohiko
Not so fast.
Is Syria Still Calling to Would-be Uzbek Militants?
By Umida Hashimova
With a series of recent arrests, it seems Uzbek authorities believe that Syria remains an attractive destination for prospective fighters.
Kazakh Activists’ Phones Infected With Pegasus Spyware
By Catherine Putz
According to Amnesty International, the phones of four Kazakh activists were confirmed to have been infected with the Pegasus spyware. There are likely more.
How Mongolia Turned the Tides of the Pandemic
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Mongolia's strong vaccination and booster rates helped it overcome a spike in cases. Now the country is looking ahead to a post-pandemic recovery.
Uzbek President Sets Out Proposals for Constitutional Reforms
By Catherine Putz
In a Constitution Day speech, President Mirziyoyev outlined nine proposals for amending the country’s constitution.